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A conductor of length l is connected to a.d.c., source of potential V. if the length of the conductor is tripled by stretching it, keeping V constant, explain how to the following factors vary in the conductor?
(i) Drift speed of electrons
(ii) Resistance
(iii) Resistivity.

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To solve the problem, we need to analyze how the drift speed of electrons, resistance, and resistivity change when the length of a conductor is tripled while keeping the potential difference (V) constant. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Drift Speed of Electrons (v_d)**: - The drift speed of electrons is given by the formula: \[ v_d = \frac{I}{nAe} ...
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